Introduction Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) remain a significant public health challenge, affecting millions worldwide each year. Among these, mild traumatic […]
Introduction A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) that results from a sudden impact, acceleration, or
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Introduction Concussions, or mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), have long been studied in the context of sports injuries, falls, motor
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Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is increasingly recognized as a global public health concern, not only for its immediate physical and
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Abstract:
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) is a significant public health concern, with its diagnosis often hindered by subtle symptoms and limitations in traditional testing methods. Salivary biomarkers have emerged as a promising, non-invasive alternative for mTBI diagnosis. These biomarkers, including S100B protein, Neurofilament Light Chain (NfL), microRNAs (miRNAs), and extracellular vesicles (EVs), offer insights into neuroinflammatory processes and neuronal damage. Saliva’s accessibility and ease of collection position it as a cost-effective tool for early diagnosis and monitoring. Despite their potential, challenges such as standardization, biological complexity, and the need for validation persist. Advancements in research, technology, and integration with clinical tools could establish salivary biomarkers as a pivotal component in mTBI assessment, enabling more precise and personalized care.
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The connection between repeated head trauma and long-term health issues has gained significant attention in recent years, especially among athletes
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Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) is a condition where individuals with significant vision loss experience visual hallucinations. Unlike hallucinations linked to
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Recent research has shown significant connections between chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) pathology and a variety of cognitive, functional, and neuropsychiatric
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), commonly referred to as a concussion, has been a growing focus in neurology due to
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Brain fog is a non-medical term often used to describe a collection of cognitive impairments, including reduced mental clarity, poor
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